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Backed by double-digit growth and a feature on MarthaStewart.com, Frieda’s Branded Produce says its winter citrus program helps retailers convert health-conscious shoppers into loyal category buyers.

At Fruit Logistica 2026, Yelloway, Chiquita’s innovation partnership with KeyGene, announced what it says is a major breakthrough in future-proofing the banana industry: the completion of a banana pan-genome that accelerates breeding of disease‑resistant, climate‑resilient banana varieties.

The grower-packer-shipper earned 2026 Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership Business Awards for its Planet Positive innovation and carbon-negative tree fruit.

John Cymbal, co-founder and chief marketing officer for Molly’s Grape & Citrus Co., explains how ditching the commodity mindset for a CPG strategy is helping the brand win over consumers.

An emphasis on the company’s dedication to providing nutrition education is among the report’s highlights.

Teammates nominated him, a newcomer to the maintenance team, for his helpful and kind people-first approach to the role.

In this executive Q&A, Barsotti shares how she plans to integrate public relations, government affairs and community impact to drive the Raley’s mission of changing the way the world eats.

Exhibitors increased fresh produce donations after the show by more than 300% from the year prior.